Once again,
here is another release I have been trying to find time to review. This 3-song
scorcher is pretty intense. Upon hearing the recording and seeing them live, my
first impression was that of early 2000s hardcore. I found it extremely
reminiscent to the stuff Victory Records was releasing during that time. However,
the more I listen, the more I find other dimensions to their music. Sketch//Driven
have a “Victory” influence, but that sound does not dominate their songs.
Over
all, the release ranges from slower to mid tempos. There are no fast songs, but
I don’t think they need any. From beginning to end, all songs stand on their
own with pure aggression. The barked raspy vocals are smoothly intertwined with
the music.
The opener “Twisted” has a serious
Bloodlet somber tone. The track is only 48 seconds long, but the slow brooding
approach definitely works. “Corrupted Faith” beats down the door as track two.
Some serious metal riffs swim throughout this song. “Puppet” finishes things
off. It is the most upbeat song of the release. Parts of it have an SOD flavor.
Corruption
sits nicely with the band’s already released work. It was unleashed January of
2015, so it makes me wonder when a new output will hit the streets. In the
meantime, go check it out for yourself.
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